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BOB DREW
1944-2009
Robert Phillip Drew passed away in Raymond on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at the age of 64 years.
Bobby is survived by his brother Bill (Patricia) Drew of Vauxhall, his niece Rosemarie (Mike) Wiggill and his nephews, Rob (Susan) Anhorn, Bill (Tammy) Anhorn, Tom Drew and Raymond Drew. He is also survived by his cousins, Arlene (Bill) Parkinson, Bernie Persson and Lenard Persson.
He was predeceased by his father Sydney Drew in 1952 and by his mother Isabel Drew in 2005.
Bobby was born in Taber on November 30, 1944. The Drew’s lived in Vauxhall and he attended the Vauxhall Elementary School in his younger years. He loved helping out on the farm and training horses. When Bobby was eighteen, he was diagnosed with schizophrenia and he spent time for treatment in Ponoka and several group homes. He later returned to his love of horses and to help out on the farm at Vauxhall, where he remained until January 2009.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with The Reverend Wil Stonehill of St. Theodore’s Anglican Church in Taber, officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Robert’s name may be made directly to the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta, 309, 8989 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta T2H 0M2 (www.schizophrenia.ab.ca).
Bobby’s family wish to thank the doctors, nurses and staff in Taber, Raymond and Lethbridge for the special care shown to him. Also, to the staff of the Raymond Care Centre for the love and compassion given to him during his final months. Last but not least, a special thank you to Dr. Gerald Beckie of Taber for the years of care and dedication that Bobby received from you.
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ERIC
DITTY
1943 - 2009

Eric Ditty, beloved husband of Patricia Ditty, passed
away in Taber on Sunday, April 12, 2009 at the age of 66
years.
Eric will be lovingly remembered by his wife Patti;
brother-in-law Alvin Bissett; nephews George Bissett,
Ronald (Kim) Bissett and a niece, Brenda Bissett.
He was predeceased by his parents Emily & David, a
sister Margaret Bissett and brothers Edward Ditty and
Dave Ditty.
Eric was born in Montreal on March 27, 1943. When he was
ten, the Ditty’s arrived in Taber where he received his
schooling.
On May 22, 1976, he married Patricia O’Connor. Eric was
a great baker and loved to barbeque.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Thursday, April 16, 2009 between 7:00
P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday, April
17, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the Taber
Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eric’s name
may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes
Association, 210D - 12 A Street North, Lethbridge,
Alberta T1H 2J1 (
www.diabetes.ca ).
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JOHN
DYCK
1989 - 2009

John Dyck, beloved son of Ben & Margaret Dyck of
Coaldale, passed away suddenly in Mexico as the result
of a motor vehicle accident on Sunday, January 25, 2009
at the age of 19 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family and pay their respects at the Southland Funeral
Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Tursday, January 29,
2009 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the First Christian
Reformed Church, 3902 Heritage Drive, Taber on Friday,
January 30, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Dave Wiebe
officiating. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial
Garden.
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JOHN
DYCK
1975 - 2008

John Dyck, beloved husband of Maria Dyck of Taber,
passed away in Colorado on Thursday, November 27, 2008
at the age of 33 years.
A Funeral Service for John and his friends, the Rempel
family, will be held at VanderStoel Farms on Friday,
December 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow at the
Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
Please note: VanderStoel Farms can be located by
travelling north of Vauxhall on Highway 36. Four miles
north of the intersection of Highway 36 & Highway 526,
is a sign for VanderStoel Farms. Head west to this
location.
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LILLIAN
DOW
1920 - 2008

Lillian Veronica Dow of Taber, passed away on Sunday,
November 23, 2008 at the age of 88 years.
She is survived by her children Donna (Ken) McFadden of
Kamloops, Bill (Brenda) Dow of Sherwood Park, Sheryl (Lew)
Jones of Burns Lake, Melcolm Dow of Taber, Lorrie (Dan)
Robinson of Taber and Oralee “Kate” (Dave) Reamsbottom
of Medicine Hat; twelve grandchildren and nine great
grandchildren.
Lillian was born May 6, 1920 in Steep Creek,
Saskatchewan to John and Nellie McLennan. Having been
orphaned at the age of five, Lillian was raised in a
Catholic orphanage. This influenced her decision to
become a nun at the age of eighteen, however the lure of
the male persuasion caused her to change her mind. She
worked at the Holy Family Hospital and T.B. Sanatorium
in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. She married Albert Dow
in 1945. In 1954 they moved to Taber where she has
resided until her passing. Lillian worked at the cannery
and potato plant until her retirement at age sixty five.
Some of her favorite things were her flower garden, word
searches, solitaire, bingo and her cat Miles. In recent
years Lillian enjoyed going out for chinese food and a
cup of tea at Tim Horton’s.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 from 7:00
P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, Taber on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at
2:00 P.M. with Reverend Elizabeth Brown officiating. A
private family burial to follow at the Taber Memorial
Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Lillian’s
name may be made directly to the Clearview Lodge
(Recreation Department), 4730 - 50 Avenue, Taber T1G
1N6.
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JOHN
DOERKSEN
1991 - 2008
Johan Doerksen of Vauxhall, passed away on Monday,
September 8, 2008 at the age of 17 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Old Colony
Mennonite Church, Vauxhall (travel north of Vauxhall on
Highway 36 ten kilometres, then nine kilometres west and
finally one kilometre south of the Circle Hill Community
Hall) on Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 2:00 P.M.
Burial to follow at the Vauxhall Mennonite Cemetery.
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KATA
DEBONA
1945 - 2008

Kata DeBona, beloved wife of Nick DeBona of Taber,
passed away in Taber on Monday, September 1, 2008 at the
age of 62 years.
Kata was born October 19, 1945 in Yugoslavia to Ivan and
Elvira Pustaj. She was raised and educated in Yugoslavia
and married Nick DeBona on December 9, 1963. Together,
with their children Blazenka and Klarica, they came to
Canada in 1969. A third daughter Mary was born in
Canada. Kata enjoyed gardening, baking and walks. Her
family meant everything to her as well as her dog Angel.
She was always willing to lend a helping hand.
Besides her loving husband Nick she is survived by her
children Blazenka (Roger) Knibb, Klarica (Roy) Skidmore
and Mary (Marvin) McNutt all of Taber; grandchildren
Tina (Dave) Seamans, Denny Knibb, Ricky Knibb, Jennifer
Skidmore, Christopher McNutt, Ashley McNutt and Matthew
McNutt; brothers Tony DeMartini and Ivan Pustaj as well
as numerous other relatives. She was predeceased by her
parents Ivan and Elvira Pustaj and a brother Josip
Pustaj.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the
Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Friday,
September 5, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. The Funeral Mass will be
celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009-48
Ave., Taber on Saturday, September 6 at 10:00 A.M. with
Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant. Burial to follow
in the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Kata’s name
may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, c/o Tom
Baker Cancer Centre, 1331-29 Street N.W., Calgary,
Alberta T2N 4N2.
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DOROTHY
DEVLIN
1911 - 2008

Dorothy Elizabeth Devlin, beloved wife of the late
George Devlin, passed away in Lethbridge on Tuesday,
June 17, 2008 at the age of 96 years.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter Mary (Roy) Shewchuk
of Barnwell; grandchildren Tasha (Rick) Tams of Taber,
Mandy (Scott) Wojtowicz of Taber, Krissy (Greg) McKenzie
of Chicago, Illinois and by six great grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband George in 2006. The
Funeral Service will be held at St Andrew’s United
Church, 60 Athabasca Street East, Moose Jaw,
Saskatchewan on Wednesday, June 25, 2008. Burial to
follow. For more information, please contact W. J. Jones
& Son Funeral Home, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan - (306)
693-4644.
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PETER
DYCK
2001 - 2008
Peter Reimer Dyck, beloved son of Johan and Aganetha
Dyck of Picture Butte, passed away at the Chinook
Regional Hospital on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at the age
of 7 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Old Colony
Mennonite Church, just west of Grassy Lake on Highway 3,
on Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Burial to follow
at the Prairie View Cemetery, Grassy Lake.
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ERIC
DERMOTT
1954 - 2008
Eric Arnold Dermott of Taber, passed away on Thursday,
May 8, 2008 at the age of 53 years.
Eric was born in Alliston, Ontario on September 7, 1954;
as a young man, he moved out west. He applied himself in
many different occupations through the years but was
forced to retire early due to injuries. During his
retirement, Eric rekindled his passion for auctioning
and found comfort in his “treasure” hunts.
Eric leaves behind his greatest treasure, his daughter,
Jennalea, who will dearly miss him and forever remember
him. He is also survived by his mother Ruth Adams;
brothers Trapper, Bobby, Gary and Wilson; sisters Marie,
Darlene, Carol and Sherry, their families and by
numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father Milton, stepfather
Wallace Adams Sr. and stepbrother Wallace Adams Jr.
Relatives and friends are invited to a reception at
Junior’s Diner, 5114 - 46 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, May
15, 2008 at 2:00 P.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eric’s name
may be made directly to STARS, 1441 Aviation Park N.E.,
Box 570, Calgary, Alberta T2E 8M7 or to the charity of
one’s personal choosing.
Eric had many wonderful friends that made his life
content. We are grateful for the opportunity to have met
you.
The family would like to thank his nurses, “my girls”,
for all the care and compassion shown over the years.
Please know you were special to him.
Thank you all for being a part of his life. You all have
contributed to “who” he was.
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NOREEN
DAVIES
1956 - 2008

Noreen Davies of Hays, passed away on Saturday, January
26, 2008 with her family by her side after a courageous
battle with cancer at the age of 51 years.
She is lovingly remembered by her children Jessica
(Jason) Durand of Coaldale and John Sakatch of Calgary;
parents Norm Davies (Ruth Wright) of Hays and Joyce
(Harvey) Darr of Lethbridge; sisters Elaine (Don)
Wescott of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Jane (Neil) Jalbert
of Lethbridge, brother Allan (Janine) Davies of Taber as
well as nieces and nephews - Scott, Casey, Jordan & Kyle
Jalbert and Kayl & Kyra Davies.
She was predeceased by her sister Lila and infant
brother Leonard.
“Neen” as she was known to those who knew her the best
had a love for horses, animals and the simple things in
life. She was talented in crafts and poetry. Neen was
the family historian who always had a story to share and
the deepest love for her family.
The service will be held at the Coalhurst & District
Community Centre, 527 - 50 Avenue, Coalhurst on Friday,
February 1, 2008 at 11:00 A.M.
If friends so desire in lieu of flowers, memorial
tributes in Noreen’s name may be made directly to the
Lethbridge Handicap Riding Association, in care of the
Rainbow Riding Centre, R.R. 8-24-6, Lethbridge,
Alberta, T1J 4P4.
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RICK
DOUGLAS
1945 - 2008

Richard John Douglas, beloved husband of Jane Douglas of
Taber, passed away peacefully, with his family by his
side, after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday,
January 24, 2008 at the age of 62 years.
He leaves behind his loving wife Jane and their daughter
Dawn Ohashi (Darry) and her children Jenna and Braden
and their Dad Ron all of Taber; a son Troy (Fern) and
their children Amanda and Jacob of Tumbler Ridge, B.C.;
brothers Terry (Wendy) of Fort McMurray and Larry
(Shirley) of Red Deer; his mother-in-law Frieda Miller
of Taber as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and
nephews.
He was predeceased by his father Bruce Douglas in 1964,
his mother and stepfather Helen and WR (Bill) Kirk in
1989 and his father-in-law Fred Miller.
Rick was born April 14, 1945 in Calgary, Alberta and
started his life's adventures at the tender age of 16.
He worked in the construction field all his life,
travelling to many places and making many friends along
the way. He met and married Jane in 1966. Together they
became avid golfers and loved to curl, finally making
their roots in Taber. Rick will be sadly missed by all
his family and those who knew him.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Monday, January 28, 2008 between 7:00
P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at Knox United Church,
4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at
2:00 P.M. with Reverend Frank Lewis officiating. A
private family burial service will follow at the Taber
Memorial Garden.
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PAUL
DROUIN
1941 - 2007
Joseph Herve Paul Drouin of Taber, passed away
peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday,
August 9, 2007 at the age of 66 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, August 15, 2007 from 7:00
P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland
Funeral Chapel on Thursday, August 16, 2007 at 11:00
A.M. Burial to follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
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LYLE
DAVIS
1944 - 2007

Lyle Davis of Vauxhall, beloved father, husband,
friend and devoted son, passed away on Thursday, May
24, 2007 at the age of 63 years.
Lyle was born in 1944
to Edna and Earl Davis. He was raised in Vauxhall on
the family farm and was the apple of his mother’s
eye. He actively participated in all sports
including basketball and baseball with the Vauxhall
Jets. He was offered a baseball scholarship with
Brigham Young University in Utah. He excelled in
High School Curling. He graduated from Vauxhall
High School in 1962 as Class President and
Valedictorian.
He married Barbara
Demchuk, high school sweetheart, daughter of Olga
and Harry from Vauxhall. Kevin (partner Christine)
was born in 1964 and Rhonda (partner Tim) was born
in 1971. Lyle and Barb moved to Lethbridge where
Lyle had Ace Building Supplies and Presidential
Homes - glass shop, truss plant and prefab homes.
Lyle’s Dad Earl and
Grandfather Sam passed away in 1981. Lyle returned
to the family farm in Vauxhall.
He married Valerie
Ross, originally a Vauxhall girl, daughter of Irene
and Jackie Ross. He moved to Calgary and was
involved in real estate business. Grayson was born
in 1985 and Jacqueline (partner Clint Pierson of
Vauxhall) in 1986. Jacqueline and Clint purchased
Grandmother Edna’s home so it is still in
the family.
In 1988, Valerie and
Lyle purchased Radium Valley Vacation Resort. They
moved to Radium in 1992 where the children were
raised amid the luxuries of a world class resort
with swimming pools, tennis, golf and skiing. The
family business with construction, management, sales
and marketing was operated with Valerie, Lyle and
Kevin.
Edna passed away in
2002. Lyle returned to Vauxhall but worked once
again in the lumber industry in Southern Alberta,
Red Deer and Lacombe until his unexpected passing.
Lyle through this time, became good friends with
Phyllis Louise Thompson and her children Randy, Erin
and Adam.
Throughout Lyle’s
active life, he maintained his passion of curling.
He assisted Ray Kingsmith to introduce curling to
the Olympics as a demonstrator sport. This was
approved, of course. He supported Junior Curling
and participated in Farmers Curling. He played
super league in Cranbrook on Tuesdays, Calgary on
Wednesdays and Lethbridge on Thursdays. The
bonspiels started on Fridays, qualifers were on
Sundays, with playoffs on Mondays. In between all
the curling he would say “Lets go for coffee”. His
team won the Canadian Mixed in 1979. In curling
circles he was known as “Tapback”.
He captured the
competitive gentleman sport in the grand spirit of
the game.
Lyle was the President
of the Lethbridge Curling Club; President of
Southern Alberta Curling Association; President
Alberta Men’s Curling Council. He attended Briers
across the country from British Columbia to Prince
Edward Island and made friends in every city in
every province along the way. Lyle was well known
and loved.
He is survived by:
three sisters, Ann Harding of Calgary, Donna
(Marvin) Blaney of Sherwood Park and Wendy (Randy)
of Westbank, B.C. and also numerous nieces and
nephews; two grandchildren, Valerie and Kyle;
cousins, Jean Valgardson, Brenda Steele, Pat and
Mike Sakatch; Aunt Joan Claeys; cousins Lynn,
Sheryl, Connie, Nancy and Randy.
He is now returned to
his Grandmother Martin, Grandfather Sam, Father Earl
and two Moms Edna and Irene. He is probably driving
them around Heaven right now.
Relatives and friends
are invited to meet with the family at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Monday,
May 28, 2007 between 7:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service
will be held at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren
Church, 320 - 9 Street North, Vauxhall on Tuesday,
May 29, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Alanna Johnson
officiating. Burial to follow at the Vauxhall
Cemetery.
If friends so desire,
memorial tributes in Lyle’s name may be made
directly to the Southern Alberta Curling
Association, Junior Curling, 720-3 Street NW,
Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N9 or to the Southeast Rebels,
Box 84, Vauxhall, Alberta T0K 2K0.
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TERESA
DROTAR
1939 - 2007

Mrs. Teresa Drotar of Barnwell, beloved wife of Mr.
George Drotar, passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2007
at the age of 68 years.
Teresa was born in Poland on February 24, 1939 and came
to Canada as a young lady. She married George Drotar on
November 11, 1967. Teresa has resided on the family
farm north of Barnwell until the time of her passing.
Besides her loving husband George she is survived by
three sons Randy (Pam), Derek and Jerry; brother-in-law
and sister-in-law Ed and Ruth Drotar; niece Dorothy and
nephews Greg and Russell.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers at the
Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on
Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 6:00 P.M. The Funeral
Mass will be Celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic
Church, 5009-48 Ave., Taber on Thursday, March 22 at
2:00 P.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS Celebrant.
Interment will follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
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ELISABETH
DRUMM
1920 - 2006
Elisabeth Drumm, beloved wife of the late Konrad Drumm,
passed away at the St. Michael’s Health Centre on
Saturday, November 18, 2006 at the age of 86 years.
She is survived by her children Magdalena Drumm of
Calgary, Konrad Drumm of Lethbridge and Elisabeth Fast
of Calgary. She is also survived by two grandsons,
William and Tyson Fast.
A private family graveside service was held at the Taber
Memorial Garden.
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VERNON
DONAHUE
1921 - 2006
Vernon Charles Donahue of Taber, passed away at the
Taber Hospital on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the age of
84 years.
Vernon was born on October 17,1921 in Gull Lake,
Saskatchewan. He has resided at the Taber Continuing
Care Centre since 2003.
He was predeceased by his parents Edward & Clara
Donahue, two sisters Alice Murphy and Florence Clark and
by two brothers Dennis Donahue and Donald Donahue.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Friday,
October 6, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz
Sztuk SDS officiating. Interment to follow at the Taber
Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Vernon’s name
may be made directly to the charitable organization of
one’s personal choosing.
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MICHAEL
DYCK
"Dyckly"
June 4, 1985 - August 24, 2006
Michael Bradley Dyck, beloved son of Grace Dyck and
Gerald Dyck of Taber, passed away on Thursday, August
24, 2006 at the age of 21 years.
Michael is remembered lovingly and missed greatly by his
parents, and his siblings, Dustin, Terrilynn, Dallas,
Jeffrey, Jolene and his dog, Peso. Michael is survived
by his paternal grandparents Abe and Susan Dyck of Taber
and his maternal honorary grandparents Mr. Howard Rash
of Taber and Jake and Susie Knelson of Swift Current,
Saskatchewan. He was predeceased by his maternal
grandparents Henry Martens (2002) and Anne Martens
(2004) of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, his cousin
Brendan Speers (1996) of Swift Current, Saskatchewan as
well as two siblings (1994) due to premature birth.
Michael’s smile and caring personality will be missed by
special aunts, uncles and cousins. Michael is survived
by all of his aunts and uncles, Les (Iris) Martens of
Bow Island, Evelyn (Bill) Giesbrecht of Moose Jaw,
Saskatchewan, Doreen (Carman) Moen of Lloydminster, Jack
(Marlene) Martens of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Mark
Martens of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Paul Martens of
Vermilion, Lydia (Harry) Parker of Allan, Saskatchewan,
Naomi (Norman) Unger of Ste. Anne, Manitoba, Lois
(Cecil) Speers of Leader, Saskatchewan, Cheryl (Harold)
Addy of Taber, Sylvia (Sam) Mcarthur of Lethbridge,
Rhonda (Tim) Woof, Ellery Dyck, Jean (Viola) Dyck all of
Taber, Lionel Dyck of Lethbridge and by forty cousins.
Michael was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan on June
4, 1985. In October, 1988, he moved to Taber with his
parents and his brother, Dustin. He was home schooled
for nine years before attending high school at St
Mary’s. Mark Boschee was his favorite teacher. Michael
graduated in 2004. He was pursuing a career in welding,
and was currently employed in the welding industry.
Michael was social, outgoing, down to earth and had
great potential. He loved camping and hunting, had a
vivid imagination and always had a crazy story to tell.
Michael had a great sense of adventure and enjoyed
rafting. He had finished three trips down the Oldman
River this summer. He was looking forward to going on a
trap-line with his father in Northern Alberta this
coming winter. Michael enjoyed a variety of pets like
snakes, lizards, degus, praying mantas, tarantulas, a
coyote and his dog, Peso. Michael loved to draw and was
patriotic. Michael joined Cadets in 1998 where he met a
very special friend, Justin Jeffrey. From there the
“Circle of Bros” had begun. He thought positively, loved
life, and was an all around good-hearted person. He
always had a smile, and when he walked into a room he
brought joy with him. Michael was polite, caring,
patient non-judgmental and had a true concern for
people. Michael had a very soft heart which was always
devoted to righting a wrong. Michael was loyal, well
respected, and was always willing to help out his
friends. Michael was easy to talk to, and everyone knew
secrets were safe with him. Michael believed in God, and
was searching for God’s guidance. Michael was becoming
himself again, was happy, smiling, having a good time
and came home to tell his family how much he loved them.
Michael’s words were, “You can choose to be sad or
choose to be glad. I choose to be glad.” Life is what
you make of it.
“We love you Michael, and will miss you dearly. We know
you are in a safe and peaceful place with God.”
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Tuesday, August 29, 2006 from 7:00 P.M.
to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the First Christian
Reformed Church, 3902 Heritage Drive, Taber on
Wednesday, August 30, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Ron
Gartly of the Taber Evangelical Free Church,
officiating. Interment to follow at the Taber Memorial
Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Michael’s
name may be made directly to T.C.A.D., Taber Community
Against Drugs, 5700 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta T1G
2H7, to AADAC, Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Commission, Financial Services, 6th Floor, 10909 Jasper
Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3M9 or to The Gideons
International In Canada, 501 Imperial Road North, Guelph,
Ontario, Canada N1H 7A2.
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JENNIE
DUNN
1916 - 2006

Eleanor Jane Dunn, beloved wife of the late Wesley Dunn,
of Taber, passed away peacefully with her family at her
side, at the Taber Hospital on Wednesday, June 14, 2006
at the age of 89 years.
Jennie was born in England July 20, 1916 and was the
daughter of Robert & Esther Lord. She immigrated to
Canada with her family as a child, settling in Southern
Alberta, where she received her schooling in Grassy
Lake. Jennie married Wesley Dunn on December 24, 1938.
She was an active member of St. Theodore’s Anglican
Church. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and crafts.
Jennie was predeceased by her husband Wes April 24,
1995. She moved to the Clearview Lodge in 1996 and for
the past year has been in Continuing Care at the Taber
Hospital.
Jennie is survived by her children Jim (Corinne) Dunn of
Edmonton, Joan Hanson of Lethbridge, Robert (Donna)
Dunn of Edmonton and by eight grandchildren and eleven
great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister
Florence Treber of Taber and her brother Bill (Joyce)
Lord of Lethbridge.
She was predeceased by her parents Robert & Esther Lord,
her husband Wesley Dunn, two sons-in-law Arnold
Schmidt, Milt Hanson and by two sisters Doreen and her
husband Stan Quaife, Esther and her husband James
Archer and by her brother-in-law John Treber.
The Funeral Service will be held at St. Theodore’s
Anglican Church, 5120 - 44 Avenue, Taber on Sunday,
June 18, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Wil Stonehill
officiating. Interment will follow at the Taber
Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Eleanor’s
name may be made directly to the Taber Hospital
Foundation (Continuing Care), 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber,
Alberta T1G 1N9 or to the charity of one’s personal
choosing.
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MARGARET
DeBONA
1946 - 2006

Margaret Rose DeBona, beloved wife of John R. DeBona of
Taber, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family
at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital after a courageous
battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis, on Tuesday, May 9, 2006
at the age of 59 years.
Besides her loving husband John, Margaret is survived by
her children Debi (Blake) Fletcher and their children
Travis and Paige, Tracey (Malcolm) Howells and their
children Colton and Kassidy, Rhonda DeBona, Denise
(Paw) Pedersen and their children Jazlyn, Jett and
Wyatt and Danny (Lisa) DeBona and their children Taia
and Vinnie. She is also survived by her mother Elsie
Astalos, her sister Irene (Harold) Edwards and her
brother Andy (Judy) Astalos.
Margaret was born on August 26,1946 in Taber to Andy and
Elsie Astalos. Margaret married her childhood
sweetheart John DeBona on September 18, 1963. John and
Margaret resided east of Taber at Fincastle where they
farmed and raised their five children. Margaret enjoyed
her kids, farm life and farm pets. She had a heart for
all animals, her favorites being the babies. She
enjoyed farming along side John and for mom there was
nothing better than a tractor, a thermos of hot coffee
and one of the kids riding around with her.
Mom enjoyed many things in life, especially her family.
Her grandchildren were what she treasured the most. She
was a proud grandmother and loved her grandkids. They
were the light of her life. She loved playing on the
floor, coloring, making holiday cookies, cards and
listening to their stories.
She enjoyed hockey, an interest that blossomed as a
result of the support given to Danny while he played in
his younger years. She loved gardening, cooking,
traveling and needle point. No matter what time of day
it was at mom’s house, coffee was always on with plenty
of food on the table. As her family grew bigger with
in-laws and grandchildren, Easter became her favorite
holiday. She loved to decorate and bake cookies. If you
knew mom she was a little spitfire wherever she went.
Her daily routine included visiting her mom at the
Clearview Lodge and playing Tile Rummy with the ladies.
Margaret is also survived by her in-laws Mary & Bill
Rachwalski, Ralph & Marlene DeBona, Cheryl DeBona; her
nieces and nephews Brad & Michel Edwards, Ryan,
Samantha and Megan Astalos, Linda (Bill) Williams,
Shelley (Mo) Just, Todd (Cathy) DeBona, Reg DeBona,
Richelle (Rick) Gross, Bill DeBona, James Rachwalski and
Donna (Chris) Rachwalski.
She was predeceased by her father Andy Astalos, her
mother & father- in-law Ralph & Emma DeBona, her sisters
Linda Astalos & Veronica Astalos, brother-in-law Rudy
DeBona, her aunt Ester Vass and by her beloved
grandmother Elsie Dorogdi.
John’s commitment through Margaret’s illness was only a
chapter in the love and devotion they shared for forty
five years.
It’s not good bye Mom, it’s till we meet again!
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine's
Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Saturday,
May 13, 2006 at 10:30 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk
SDS, Celebrant. A private family graveside service will
follow at the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Margaret’s
name may be made directly to the Alberta Lung
Association by mail to P.O. Box 4500, Station South,
Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6K2, online at
www.ab.lung.ca or by
phone at 1-888-566-5864.
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HENRY
DANFORTH
1920 - 2006

Henry George Danforth, beloved husband of Ruby Danforth
of Taber, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 5,
2006 at the age of 85 years.
Besides his loving wife Ruby, Henry is survived by his
children Gwen (Leonard) Relling of Edmonton, Wayne
(Linda) of Kelowna, Ellen (Dan) Mackie of Calgary, Lynn
(Linda) of Taber; his brother Dean (Stephanie) of
Winnipeg and by ten grandchildren and four great
grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his sister Geneva Fenton and by
his brother Lester.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Knox United
Church, 4929 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Saturday, April 8,
2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Jim Lochhead
officiating.
A private family graveside service will follow at the
Taber Memorial Garden.
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GEORGE DEVLIN
1912 - 2006

George Grenfell Devlin, beloved husband of Dorothy
Devlin, passed away in Lethbridge on Sunday, March 19,
2006 at the age of 93 years.
The Funeral Service will be held at the First Christian
Reformed Church, 3902 Heritage Drive, Taber on
Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Mike
Vandyk officiating. Burial will take place in Moose Jaw,
Saskatchewan at a later date.
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EDNA
DUNKLEY
1930 - 2006

Edna Dunkley, beloved
wife of the late William 'Bill' Dunkley, passed away
peacefully, on Saturday, February 18, 2006 at the age
of 76 years.
Edna is survived by her three children Lynn (Brian)
Wilson of Chin, Leah (Allan) Hynes of Dalemead, Neil
(Joan) Dunkley of Taber; seven grandchildren, Lisa and
Ben Larson, Megan, Michael and Scott Wilson, Jonelle
and Chris Dunkley; six great grandchildren, Tanner,
Sante, Xander, Ruby, Luca and Oscar; her two sisters
Ella Beames and Ena (Dick) Henderson, both of England.
The Funeral Service to celebrate Edna's life will be
held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Thursday, February 23 , 2006 at 11:00
A.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Edna's name
may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542 - 7 Street South,
Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2H1.
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MAGGIE DENIS
1905 - 2005

Mrs. Magdelina (Uhrich) Denis of Taber, beloved wife of
the late Mr. Joseph Denis, passed away on Friday,
September 30, 2005 at the age of 100 years.
Maggie was born in Sedley, Saskatchewan on August 8,
1905. She married Joseph Denis on February 18, 1924.
They moved to Taber in 1941 where she resided until the
time of her passing. On August 8, 2005, Maggie, along
with her family and friends, celebrated her 100th
birthday. This truly was a joyful occasion, as her life
revolved around her family and friends. For the past ten
years Maggie has been a resident of Clearview Lodge.
Maggie is survived by seven of her nine children:
Josephine Graham of Calgary, Martha (Frank) Firkola of
High River, William (Bonnie) of Spruce Grove, Frank
(Julie) of Langley, B.C., James (Anne) of Richmond,
B.C., Ben (Helen) of Squamish, B.C. and Tom (Pat) of
Lacombe; numerous grandchildren and great great
grandchildren and a sister Catherine Seitz of Vancouver.
Besides her husband Joseph she was predeceased by a
daughter and son-in-law Kay and Phil Dukart, son and
daughter-in-law Adam and Mildred, daughter-in-law Ramona
Denis and son-in-law Dave Graham.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at
Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on Monday,
October 3, 2005 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at St. Augustine's
Catholic Church, 5009-48 Ave., Taber on Tuesday, October
4 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Mariusz Sztuk SDS
Celebrant. Interment to follow in the Taber Memorial
Garden
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KATIE DRACH
1914 - 2005

Mrs. Katharina "Katie" Drach of Taber, beloved wife of
the late Mr. Karl Drach, passed away at the Taber
Hospital on Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at the age of 90
years.
Katie is survived by her son Frank (Verna) Drach of
Taber and their children Len (Maria) Drach, Janet
(Shane) Tymchyna and Ron (Tracey) Drach; her son
Wendel Drach of Taber, his children John (Sandy) Drach,
Carol (Pete) Thiessen and their mother Katie Drach;
her great grandchildren Sharlynn & Derek Tymchyna,
Danielle & Natasha Drach, Eric, Corey & Zachary
Theissen and Amber, Kylee, Lyndon, Katherine, Francis,
John Paul & Dominic Drach. She is also survived by her
brother Stefan (Evalina) Gross of Germany and by
nieces and nephews in Germany.
She was predeceased by her husband Karl Drach in 1969,
her brother George Gross and by her sister Anna Pedli.
Katie was born December 15, 1914 in Parabuc,
Yugoslavia. She was a caring, giving and independent
woman. She loved to garden, cook and tend to her
flowers. Katie's greatest joy in life were her
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren by
whom she will be dearly missed and fondly remembered.
Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and
Tributes at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Friday, July 15, 2005 at 7:00 P.M.
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ISOBEL DREW
1917 - 2005

Mrs. Isobel Margaret Drew of Vauxhall, passed away at
the Taber Hospital on Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at the
age of 88 years.
Isobel was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta on March 28,
1917. She moved to Ronalane as a child then to the
Vauxhall area where she attended New West, Kinlock and
North Slope schools. She married Sid Drew in 1943 and
together they farmed in the Vauxhall area. Sid passed
away in 1952 and with the help of her two sons and
hired man Alex Young, she continued to live on the
farm until just before her passing.
Farm living was a passion for Isobel. In her younger
days she loved horseback riding and could do farm work
along with the best of them. She had a love of all
animals from the brown eyed Jersey cow to the border
collie sheep dogs. The outdoors was what she enjoyed
the most, in particular her yard and garden.
Isobel was one of the founding members of St.
Stephen's Anglican Church in Vauxhall. She enjoyed
visiting with her neighbours and friends.
Isobel is survived by her two sons Robert Drew and
William (Pat) Drew; five grandchildren Robert (Carrie)
Anhorn, William (Tammy) Anhorn, Tom Drew, Raymond Drew
and Rosie (Mike) Wiggill; four great grandchildren
Kassidy Wiggill, Jake Drew, Lucy Wiggill and Kyliegh
Anhorn; a niece Arlene (Bill) Parkinson and two
nephews Bernard and Lenord Pierson.
She was predeceased by her father Francis Uridge, step
father Bob McGregor, husband Sid Drew, mother Alice
McGregor and sisters Frances and Gwen.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Sunday, June 19, 2005 from 2:00 to
3:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Vauxhall
Mennonite Brethren Church, 320 - 9 Street North,
Vauxhall on Monday, June 20, 2005 at 1:30 P.M. with
Reverend Wil Stonehill of St. Theodore's Anglican
Church in Taber, officiating. Interment to follow at
the Taber Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Isobel's
name may be made to the Schizophrenia Society Of
Alberta, 426-6 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J
2C9.
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BILL DONICK
1916 ~ 2005
"Gone Fishin"

William "Bill" Donick passed away in Taber on Sunday,
June 12, 2005 surrounded by his loving family, at the
age of 88 years. Dad was born October 10, 1916 in
Taber, Alberta and was the eldest son of Nick Sr. &
Dorothy Donick.
Dad will be lovingly remembered by his two daughters,
Cheryl Hall of Taber and her three children, Carlie
Easthope (Josh, Tara and Brett), Scott Hall & Jill
Hall, all of Taber; Marlene (David) Kerkhoff and their
children Lana (Dean) Morrison (Kelsey) of Calgary,
Kyle Kerkhoff (Braxton) of Taber, Angie (Scott)
Blanchard (Matthew) of Taber and Dana (Ryan) Jensen (Rylee
and Daylan). He will also be lovingly missed by his
long-time companion Stella Cichy of Taber. He is also
survived by one sister, Ann Ballock of Edmonton and
two brothers, Alec of Carstairs and Nick (Linda) of
Lethbridge.
Dad was predeceased by three brothers, Dennis, Johnny
and Michael, one sister, Kay Anderson and one great
grandchild, Tate Blanchard.
Dad attended school in Taber and worked various jobs
until he joined the Canadian Army in 1940 and served
with the 17th Anti-Aircraft Battery and then
transferred to the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. He served
four and a half years overseas. When dad returned
from the war, he married Edna Anderson in 1946. She
predeceased him in 1975.
Dad was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion,
serving for many years on the Executive. He enjoyed
sports, especially fishing and golfing in his younger
years and also enjoyed watching hockey and baseball on
TV. Dad always took pride in his yard and kept it in
immaculate condition. He also enjoyed going for coffee
with his friends every morning and playing cards in
the afternoon. He just recently moved into the Seniors
Lodge and really enjoyed it there. Family was always
very important to Dad and he loved to spend time with
each and every one of them. He will be greatly missed
by all of us.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48
Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, June 15, 2005 from 7:00
P.M.
to 8:00 P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Southland
Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday,
June 16, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. Interment to follow at the
Taber Memorial Garden.
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TINA DYER
1906 - 2005

Mrs. Ernestina "Tina" Clara Dyer (nee Brady) of Taber,
Alberta (formerly of Carlyle, Saskatchewan), passed
away at the Taber Hospital on Sunday, May 22, 2005 at
the age of 98 years.
Tina was the youngest child of Joseph & Tina Brady.
She was born at home on the farm near Carlyle,
Saskatchewan on August 8, 1906. She was married to
Aylmer Dyer on December 14, 1927. In 1975 she moved to
Alameda and later retired to Estevan in 1986 at the
age of 80 years. In February 2003, Tina moved to Taber
where she has resided until the time of her passing.
She was considered "Nana" by all and will be dearly
missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.
Tina is survived by her son Dalton Dyer of Estevan,
Saskatchewan, her daughters Fae (John) Young of Taber,
Alberta and Judy (Lowell) Sheppard of Medicine Hat,
Alberta; her grandchildren Janice (Gary Brown) Dyer,
Kent (Susan Robertson) Dyer, Bill (Tina) Dyer, Terrie
(Dennis) Moffatt, Jody Dyer, Jackie Joyal, Stacey
(Cindy) Young, Clayton (Tracey) Young, Bob (Shirley)
Young, Cindy Sheppard and Danny Sheppard; her great
grandchildren Christine (Randy) Strilaeff and her
great great granddaughter Lyssa Strilaeff, Katie
Brown, Holly Moffatt, Mark & Brandon Dyer, Jay Joyal,
Will, Brady, Georde & Abby Young, Johnny & Jamie Young
and Mitchell & Jessina Young. Tina is also survived by
her sisters-in-law Loretta Brady and Mabel Brady, her
granddaughter-in-law Irene Dyer as well as numerous
nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Aylmer Dyer, her
son Clint Dyer, grandson Craig Dyer, great grandson
Clinton Moffatt, daughters-in-law Donelda Dyer and
Ella Dyer, her parents Joseph & Tina Brady and by
seven brothers and one sister.
A private family interment service will be held at the
Glen Morris Cemetery, Carlyle where she will be laid
to rest with her late husband Aylmer prior to the
funeral service.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Carlyle United
Church, 202 - 2 Street West, Carlyle, Saskatchewan on
Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend
John Bullas officiating.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made in
Tina's name directly to the Taber Hospital Foundation,
Palliative Care Unit, 4326 - 50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta
T1G 1N9 or to the charity of personal choice.
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BILL DUNKLEY
1926 - 2005

William (Bill) Dunkley of Taber, beloved husband of
Edna Dunkley, passed away peacefully, surrounded by
the love of his family, on Tuesday, April 5, 2005
after a brief battle with cancer.
Bill is survived by his wife of 53 years, Edna; three
children Lynn (Brian) Wilson of Chin, Leah (Allan)
Hynes of Dalemead, Neil (Joan) Dunkley of Taber; seven
grandchildren, Lisa and Ben Larson, Megan, Michael and
Scott Wilson, Jonelle and Chris Dunkley; four great
grandchildren, Tanner, Sante, Xander and Ruby; his
brother Dave and sister Vera in England and his sister
Doreen in New Zealand.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Bill's life will be
held at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave.,
Taber on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at 11:00 A.M.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Bill's name
may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th
Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta T1J 2M7 or to the
Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326-50 Ave., Taber,
Alberta T1G 1N9.
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MARVIN DUNPHY
1933 - 2005
Marvin Dunphy of Coaldale, beloved husband of the late
Bernice Dunphy, passed away in Coaldale on Friday,
January 21, 2005 at the age of 73 years.
Marvin was born September 13, 1933 in Stanley, New
Brunswick. He worked with New Brunswick Power for 17
years and for the past eleven years has resided in
Coaldale. His wife Bernice predeceased him in March of
2004.
Marvin is survived by his six children David (Pat) of
Fredericton, N.B., Debbie (Alfred) Doucette of
Fredericton, N.B., Tim (Bette) of Okotoks, Tony
(Mindy) of Vauxhall, Lisa Woodcock of Fredericton,
N.B. and Robert (Michelle) of Whitecourt, Alberta and
also by 16 grandchildren.
Funeral Services and Interment will take place in
Stanley, New Brunswick.
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MARY DAMBERGER
1933 - 2005

Mrs. Marielle JoAnne (Mary) Damberger, beloved wife of
Mr. Cliff Damberger of Barnwell, passed away in
Lethbridge on Monday, January 17, 2005 at the age of
71 years.
Mary was born in Bonnyville, Alberta on December 15,
1933 where she received her schooling. Cliff and Mary
were married October 15, 1952. They lived in various
locations in Alberta working in the Oil Industry. In
1960 they started Cliff & Clare's Transport and in
1965 they moved from Pincher Creek to Barnwell. Mary
took special pride in the transport drivers, her
garden and was known to many as a great cook. If there
was ever an angel on earth, she was one of them.
She will be sadly missed by her husband Cliff; three
children Jim (Marian) Damberger of Taber and their two
children John (Shyan)and their son Talen and Brett;
Dale Conner (Garry Barabe) of Drayton Valley and
daughter Danielle Coreman and her children Courtney
and Kira; Shirley (Rick) Reti of Taber and their
children Kristen and Kyle; two sisters Marie Ange
Brunet and Yvonne Triplett; sister-in-law Doris
Damberger and good friend Emily Martens.
Mary was predeceased by her parents Phillipe and Clara
Lavinge, two brothers, a sister, a daughter Sylvia and
a granddaughter Laurelle.
Relatives and friends are invited for Prayers at the
Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave., Taber on
Thursday, January 20, 2005 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Augustine's
Catholic Church, 5009-48 Ave., Taber on Friday,
January 21 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Father Mariusz
Sztuk SDS Celebrant. Interment to follow in the Taber
Memorial Garden.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to
the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D-12A Street
North, Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 2J1 or to the Heart &
Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 207, 542-7 Street South,
Lethbridge, Alberta. T1J 2H1.
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LLOYD DUNCAN
1940 - 2004

Lloyd Alexander Duncan of Taber, beloved husband of
Phyllis Duncan, passed away in Lethbridge on Wednesday,
September 29, 2004 at the age of 64 years.
Lloyd was born in Elkhorn, Manitoba on May 19, 1940, the
only son of David and Lucy Duncan. He received his
schooling in Elkhorn and moved to Calgary in 1958. He
met Phyllis Morrison of Calgary and they married
September 24, 1960. In 1966 they moved to Taber
and started Chinook Cleaners. Lloyd and Phyllis
began Royal Rug Cleaners in 1971 and together they
operated the business until the time of Lloyd's passing.
Lloyd's interests in life were horses, antiques and
farming.
Besides his loving wife Phyllis, he is survived by his
daughter Debbie; son Jim; daughter-in-law Michelle;
sister Rosella Shepherd; four grandchildren Jaylene,
Jared, Brian and Charmaine and two great grandchildren
Jordan and Trista.
Lloyd was predeceased by his parents David and Lucy
Duncan and his son David.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave.,
Taber on Monday, October 4, 2004 from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M.
A celebration of Lloyd's life will be held at the Taber
Royal Canadian Legion, 5205-48 Ave., on Tuesday, October
5 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M.
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DEE DAKIN
1927 - 2004
Mrs. DeWayne (Dee) May Dakin of Taber, Alberta,
beloved wife of the late Mr. John Dakin, passed away
on Monday, August 20, 2004 at the age of 77 years.
She is survived by her daughter Judy (Mike) Yanosik of
Taber, stepdaughter Karen Rau of Wetaskwin, stepson
Eugene (Kathy) Dakin of Fallon, grandchildren, great
grandchildren and very soon to be a great great
grandchild.
A Graveside Service was held at the Wetaskwin Memorial
Cemetery on Saturday, August 7, 2004 at 10:00 A.M.
with Reverend Ruth Lumax officiating.
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JEAN DANFORTH
1904 - 2004

Mrs. Jean Eleanor Danforth of Taber, beloved wife of
the late Mr. Leonard Danforth, passed away peacefully
on Friday, July 30, 2004 at the age of 100 years.
Born in Lethbridge, Alberta, July 22, 1904, Jean and
her parents, Mary and William Alexander homesteaded in
the southern part of Alberta in what later became
known as the Kinniburgh district of Purple Springs.
Jean grew up on the family homestead and on March 29,
1929, married Leonard S. Danforth. They settled in
the Kinniburgh district where they farmed for many
years, part of this time maintaining a home in
Lethbridge. They returned to live on the family farm
in 1966, later moving into Taber where Jean and Len
spent their remaining years. Jean was a life long
member of the Kinniburgh Women's Institute, greatly
enjoying the meetings held in many area farm homes
where she could visit with friends and neighbors,
something that she loved to do. Many a baby was taken
home from the Taber Hospital wearing one of the
numerous sweater, bonnet and bootie sets that Jean
knitted and donated. Only failing eyesight in later
years put an end to this pastime. Jean and Len
enjoyed traveling and visited many places from coast
to coast in Canada, the United States and holidays in
Mexico, Hawaii and Australia.
Predeceased by her husband, Len, in 1986, Jean is
survived by her daughters, Eleanor Goss of St.Albert,
AB, Phyllis (Alexander) Neison of Duncan, B.C. Leona
(Donald) Shepherd of Moose Jaw, Sask. and her son
Leonard (Karen) of Taber, as well as 9 grandchildren,
16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Jean was predeceased by sons-in-law, Gordon Reed and
Chris Goss.
The family wishes to express their thanks and
appreciation to the staff of Clearview Lodge, the
staff of Taber Continuing Care, and to Dr. Beckie for
their kind and compassionate care over the years.
Special thank you, also, to all the staff at
Continuing Care for the lovely 100th birthday party
that they held for Jean on July 22. It was much
enjoyed and appreciated by the family.
Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the
family at the Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006-48 Ave.,
Taber on Tuesday, August 3, 2004 from 7:00 to 8:00
P.M.
The Funeral Service will be held in Knox United
Church, 4929-50 Ave., Taber on Wednesday, Aug. 4, at
2:00 P.M. with Pastor Janice McClosky officiating.
Interment to follow in the Taber Memorial Garden.
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DALE DUNN
1921 - 2004

Mr. Dale Dunn, beloved husband of Mrs. Lena Dunn of
Vauxhall, passed away in Lethbridge, on Friday, April
9, 2004 at the age of 82 years.
Dale was born at Sundial, Alberta on November 19,
1921, the sixth child of Ben and Cynthia Dunn. He
received his schooling at Sundial and on June 3, 1942
married Lena Monson. That same year he enlisted in
the Army and after his training, served overseas from
1943 to 1946. After his return from war, they farmed
in Sundial, then moved to Retlaw from 1954 until 1975,
at which time they retired to Vauxhall. Dale was a
dedicated, active member of the Vauxhall Royal
Canadian Legion.
Besides his loving wife Lena, he is survived by two
sons Danny Dunn and Boyd (Sharon) Dunn; three
daughters Sharon (Joe) Such, Sheila (Gail) Alcock and
Nadine (Roger) Skretting; nine grandchildren; seven
great grandchildren; brothers Leonard (Vicky) Dunn,
Ken (Peggy) Dunn and Vernon (Yvonne) Dunn; sisters
Ellen Oseen, Joy Johnson, Ruth Matthews and Hazel
Fletcher.
He was predeceased by his parents Ben and Cynthia
Dunn, brothers Tom, Jake, Lloyd, Alvin and Clio, a
sister Gladys McBeth and also a granddaughter Frances
Claire Dunn.
Relatives and friends are invited to pay their
respects at the Vauxhall Mennonite Brethren Church
(320-9 Street North) on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 from
1:00 to 1:45 P.M.
The Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 P.M. with Ray
Speaker officiating. Interment to follow in the
Vauxhall Cemetery.
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BERNICE DUNPHY
1929 - 2004
Mrs. Bernice Dunphy, beloved wife of Mr. Marvin Dunphy
of Coaldale, passed away in Lethbridge on Monday, March
15, 2004 at the age of 75 years.
Bernice was born January 28, 1929 in New Brunswick. She
married Marvin Dunphy in December 1950. She taught
school in Stanley, New Brunswick for a number of years.
For the past ten years they have resided in Coaldale.
The family wishes to thank the staff of 4C at the
Lethbridge Regional Hospital for the care given to
Bernice.
Besides her husband Marvin, Bernice is survived by six
children David (Pat) of Fredericton, N.B., Debbie
(Alfred) Doucette of Fredericton, N.B., Tim (Bette) of
Okotoks, Tony (Mindy) of Vauxhall, Lisa Woodcock of
Fredericton, N.B. and Robert (Michelle) of Whitecourt,
Alberta and also by 16 grandchildren.
Funeral Services and Interment will take place in
Stanley, New Brunswick.
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MARCEL D'AOUST
1961 - 2004

Marcel Rheal Joseph D'Aoust of Red Deer, passed away
on Thursday, February 12, 2004 at the age of 42 years.
Marcel was born at Alexandria, Ontario to Rehaume and
Rejeanne D'Aoust. He received his schooling in
Cornwall, Ontario at Citadelle School. In 1980 he
moved to Alberta where he settled in Brooks and worked
in the oil patch. Several years later he moved to
Taber where he continued to work in the oil industry.
Marcel enjoyed camping and socializing with his
family and friends and spending quality time with his
daughters and grandchildren. His dog Simba was also a
special part of his life.
Marcel is survived by his daughters Angela Adams,
Jennifer D'Aoust, Natalie D'Aoust and their mother
Debbie D'Aoust; grandchildren Jordan and Bailee Adams;
brothers and sisters Danielle, Andre, Lise, Pauline,
Jacques and Yvon.
He was predeceased by his father Rehaume, mother
Rejeanne, brother Claude and sister Suzanne.
The Funeral Service was held at the Southland Funeral
Chapel, Taber on Tuesday, February 17, 2004 at 2:00
P.M.
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MARY DEBONA
1941 - 2004

Mrs. Mary DeBona of Taber, beloved wife of Mr. Tom
DeBona, passed away in Calgary, after a 3 1/2 year
courageous battle with cancer, on Tuesday, January
6, 2004 at the age of 62 years.
Mary was born at Hague, Saskatchewan on February 18,
1941 to Peter and Margaret Braun. She, along with
her family, moved to Taber at a young age. Mary
received her schooling in Barnwell and Taber and on
April 17, 1967 she married Tom DeBona, the love of
her life. She worked with Canada Safeway for 10
years and later became a longtime employee of
Johnson's Drug. She enjoyed collecting antiques and
scouting out garage sales. She also had a love of
chicken collectables. Mary will be sadly missed by
her numerous coffee friends she so much enjoyed
spending time with.
Besides her loving and devoted husband Tom, she is
survived by her daughter Susan (Tony) Ries of
Redcliff; grandson Ryan (Angel) Cannady and great
grandchildren Drayden and Nicholas Cannady and also
by a granddaughter Jenny Cannady.
Besides her parents she was predeceased by three
daughters Sandra, Marilyn and Peggy.
In keeping with Mary's wishes, a Private Family
Graveside Service was held at the Taber Memorial
Garden on Friday, January 9, 2004.
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